Emily was the most popular baby name given to baby girls in 2015. Ella came in second, closely followed by Grace. Since reporting of baby names began in 1997, Emily has held the top position on 3 occasions, Sophie on 3 occasions, whilst Chloe and Katie have held the top spot on 6 occassions each.

James was the most popular baby name given to baby boys in 2015. Jack followed a close second, followed by Noah. James has not held the top spot since the reporting of baby first names began in 1997. Whereas Jack has held the top spot 13 times during this period.

USA top boy's names

After 14 years at the top Jacob has lost its spot as the most popular name for newborn American boys, knocked from its place by Noah and Liam. The USA's Social Security Administration indicates the name Jacob fell to number three in 2013.

Sophia remains at the top of girls baby names for the third year in a row, while Emma took second place.

Over the last 100 years, Michael has held the top spot 44 times, while Mary has ranked number one 42 times.

Jacob and Emily have thus far proven the most popular name of the 2000s.